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Metformin Protects Against Muscle Atrophy in Clinical Trial

Metformin Protects Against Muscle Atrophy in Clinical Trial

Cellular senescence was a key factor. by Josh Conway - Lifespan.io Researchers publishing in Aging Cell have documented a human clinical trial showing that metformin reduces atrophy caused by long periods of bed rest. A common problem and a well-known diabetes drug...

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Blood of Young Mice Extends Life in the Old

Blood of Young Mice Extends Life in the Old

By Carl Zimmer - The New York Times Infusions of youthful blood led older mice to live 6 to 9 percent longer, a new study found. A team of scientists has extended the lives of old mice by connecting their blood vessels to young mice. The infusions of youthful blood...

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AI is transforming every aspect of science. Here’s how.

AI is transforming every aspect of science. Here’s how.

By Saikiran Chandha - Live Science In the future, research labs will embrace the transformative potential of artificial intelligence to tackle wicked problems and speed up scientific discovery. Scientific laboratories of the future probably won't have flying robots,...

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The power of work to influence health and longevity

The power of work to influence health and longevity

More than providing just a paycheck, employers can—and should—improve worker health. By Dr. Jean Accius - Fast Company How we earn a living influences how we experience life. Employers do not just provide a paycheck—employers have great power (and thus great...

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